What is the cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Tijuana?

The cheapest way to get from Dana Point to Tijuana is to drive which costs $250 - $380 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dana Point to Tijuana?

The fastest way to get from Dana Point to Tijuana is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs $250 - $380.

Is there a direct train between Dana Point and Tijuana?

No, there is no direct train from Dana Point station to Tijuana station. However, there are services departing from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station and arriving at San Ysidro Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Dana Point to Tijuana?

The distance between Dana Point and Tijuana is 151 km. The road distance is 134.3 km.

How do I travel from Dana Point to Tijuana without a car?

The best way to get from Dana Point to Tijuana without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 42m and costs $390 - $550.

How long does it take to get from Dana Point to Tijuana?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Dana Point to Tijuana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dana Point to Tijuana train from?

Dana Point to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station.

Where does the Dana Point to Tijuana train arrive?

Dana Point to Tijuana train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Dana Point to Tijuana?

Yes, the driving distance between Dana Point to Tijuana is 134 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Dana Point to Tijuana.

Where can I stay near Tijuana?

There are 572+ hotels available in Tijuana.

Dana Point to Tijuana - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dana Point to Tijuana by train, tram, bus, car, or train (Amtrak)

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the tram from Old Town Station to San Ysidro Stationtram Blue
3h 51m
$440–1,007
Drive 134.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dana Point to Tijuanacar 134.3 km
1h 30m
$259–374
Train, bus
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Oceanside to Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicanobus Los Angeles
5h 42m
$394–544
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 12m
$459–907

Dana Point to Tijuana by bus and train

21Weekly Services

5h 42mAverage Duration

$394Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.4 km
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Dana Point, CA, USA and Tijuana, Mexico?

Amtrak operates a train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center hourly. Tickets cost $360–750 and the journey takes 1h 27m.

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